About Rutherford Regional Medical Center
Hospital overview and services
Rutherford Regional Medical Center is a privately owned acute care hospital in Rutherfordton, NC, serving Rutherford County and the surrounding Rutherfordton community. The hospital operates as a for-profit entity under private ownership.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Rutherfordton can seek immediate care at Rutherford Regional Medical Center's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. Rutherford Regional Medical Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Rutherfordton area.
When choosing a hospital in Rutherfordton, NC, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Rutherford Regional Medical Center's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.
At a Glance
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
Average
CMS Overall Hospital Rating
Rutherford Regional Medical Center has received a 3-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This average rating reflects performance across multiple quality domains including patient safety, mortality outcomes, and readmission rates. CMS evaluates hospitals annually to help patients make informed decisions about their care in Rutherfordton, NC.
Mortality
Rutherford Regional Medical Center performs below the national average for mortality outcomes. Patients may want to discuss these outcomes with their care team.
Patient Safety
Rutherford Regional Medical Center performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Readmission
Rutherford Regional Medical Center performs at about the national average for readmission rates, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Rutherford Regional Medical Center
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Rhett Scott, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Michael Reynaud, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. John Bennett
Family Practice
Dr. Stephen Melson, MD
Gastroenterology
Dr. Tawfikul Alam, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Gregory Goodwin, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Valerie Decarlo, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Renee Lewis-kensah, MD
Hospitalist
Dr. Cragin Currence
General Surgery
Dr. Julie Thorn
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Jeffrey Sabolovic, MD
Obstetrics/gynecology
Dr. Lea Abernathy, NP
Nurse Practitioner
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Dr. Melissa Harris, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Jason Kelly, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Matthew Dyson, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Adam Padgett, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Angela Bryan, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Deeanna Wilson, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Taylor Miller, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Terry Kersey, MD
Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology)
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Rutherford Regional Medical Center
What is the CMS rating for Rutherford Regional Medical Center?
Rutherford Regional Medical Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Rutherford Regional Medical Center have emergency services?
Yes, Rutherford Regional Medical Center provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Rutherford Regional Medical Center?
Rutherford Regional Medical Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under proprietary ownership.
How many doctors practice at Rutherford Regional Medical Center?
20 physicians are affiliated with Rutherford Regional Medical Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·